asked the Minister for Supplies if he will state whether all the hides suitable for leather production are being made available In tanners; and whether, if he finds upon inquiry that supplies of hides are being held back, he will take steps to deal with the situation.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Supply of Hides.
I have reason to believe that quantities of hides are being held back from the tanners by certain dealers in hides, and I am taking steps to deal with the situation.